CBD, or cannabidiol, has created a buzz for good reason. From natural pain suppression to the promotion of healthy digestion, CBD is laden with many health benefits depending on what you are looking for.

 

More recently, the skincare and beauty industry have also benefited from CBD. Products infused with CBD oil are becoming more popular by the day as skincare experts discover the healing, anti-aging, and protective properties of CBD.

 

Below some the best benefits of CBD.

Skincare Benefits

 

CBD oil can be applied topically on the skin by mixing it with a carrier oil. The carrier oils are usually derived from hemp, coconut, olive, or other organic ingredients. Since CBD oil is an active ingredient, carrier oils help to dilute it and prevent any negative reactions. Another popular way of applying CBD oil is the use of a CBD face mask.

 

Skincare benefits of CBD include:

Treatment for Acne

For those suffering from acne, CBD has antibacterial properties that make it a great choice for treating acne blemishes and other skin conditions. Once applied to the skin, CBD is absorbed through the damaged pores where it effectively kills off microbes that cause acne.

 

Typically, you apply CBD to your face once or twice a day (usually at night) for a few weeks. Notably, acne treatments with CBD can take up to two weeks to show noticeable results.

Anti-Aging Benefits

Studies have shown that CBD is capable of reducing dryness, inflammation, and free-radical damage, which are the main causes of skin aging. CBD is also considered to be a natural moisturizer and can potentially reduce large pores, redness, and blotchiness, especially when used as a CBD face mask.

 

These effects can be obtained without any harmful side effects or drastic changes to your daily skincare routine.

Therapeutic Benefits

These benefits include the reduction of pain, anxiety, and depression. Studies have shown that CBD is able to target and increase serotonin while decreasing cortisol levels in your bloodstream. Serotonin regulates your mood while cortisol is the stress hormone.

 

There are various ways to tap into the therapeutic benefits of CBD, including oral ingestion, smoking, and vaping.

 

Vaping is one of the quickest and most effective ways to use CBD. A CBD vape allows you to inhale a vapor rather than smoke and absorbs about 70% of the available CBD into your bloodstream. This is in comparison to smoking and oral ingestion, which deliver about 30% and 20% respectively.

 

Also, many people are turning to CBD vape pens because they're easy to use and discreet. In order to use a vaporizer pen, you simply fill the chamber of the pen with CBD oil, then turn it on to heat the oil. The vapor that is produced is infused with CBD.

Conclusion

CBD is gaining popularity in many industries including health, skincare, and nutrition among others. Studies have shown that there’s more to the popularity than just a craze. If you choose to jump into the bandwagon though, it is advisable to explore the laws that govern the use of CBD products in your state or country.